Domestic Violence Advocacy Services
The Department is seeking to procure statewide domestic violence advocacy services to recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Assistance and Temporary Assistance for Other Needy Families (TAONF). The Department is seeking recommendations from the public on the services needed in the community to fulfill this need as more fully described below.
The domestic violence advocacy services are intended to provide assessment, counseling, legal referral and supportive services to assist TANF and TAONF recipients to prepare for employment and self-sufficiency safely and without risk.
A screening and diagnosis process is to be conducted by contractors specializing in domestic violence; individuals determined with a domestic violence status are required to comply with treatment and suitable employment requirements for up to six months with a possible extension of an additional six months.
The Department is seeking recommendations from the public on the services needed in the community to fulfill this need. Specifically, recommendations would be appreciated regarding best practices to provide preventative and intervention services in conjunction with work and work preparation activities in order to increase the attachment to employment, earnings, safety and long-term well-being of TANF and TAONF recipients who are victims of domestic violence.
